Painter/Decorator

Sonder; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic hospitality brand seeks a dedicated Painter & Decorator to enhance the visual appeal across its hotel portfolio in London. The ideal candidate will be skilled in detailed painting techniques, manage paint inventories, and ensure high standards of aesthetic consistency. Join Sonder to contribute to exceptional guest experiences in a supportive and evolving workplace.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Employee discounts on stays

Flexible vacation

Qualifications

• Proven professional experience in painting and decorating.
• Strong understanding of paints, finishes, and surface preparation.
• Ability to work with digital systems for task tracking.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily painting and decorating tasks across properties.
• Manage paint inventory and ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Collaborate with maintenance team for efficient workflow.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Reliability

Job description

Sonder (NASDAQ: SOND) is a leading global hospitality brand, offering premium, design-forward apartments and intimate boutique hotels for the modern, savvy traveler. Founded in 2014, Sonder combines thoughtfully designed spaces with seamless, tech-enabled service — all delivered through a single, beautifully integrated experience.

Our properties are located in the world’s most sought-after neighborhoods, spanning 40+ markets across nine countries and three continents. Through the Sonder app, guests enjoy full control over their stay — from self check-in to 24/7 support — making every detail of travel easier, more flexible, and more inspiring.

In 2024, we announced a strategic partnership with Marriott International, bringing Sonder properties to Marriott.com and the Marriott Bonvoy app. This integration connects our inventory and front of house and back of house systems with the world’s largest travel loyalty platform — unlocking exciting new possibilities for our guests and employees.

Sonder is focused on delivering amazing experiences for the modern traveler while driving smart, sustainable growth. Our team blends the agility of a tech company with the standards of a global hospitality brand — and we’re building something that’s reshaping the future of travel.

Life at Sonder

We aspire to build a workplace where employees can thrive. Our culture shapes how we make decisions, how we conduct meetings, how we communicate, and how we treat each other. It’s the coordinated way in which we work that gives us a shot at achieving the epic tale we hope to be part of. Our Leadership Principles are a foundational part of our culture and they play a vital role in guiding the values and actions of our team members. Each of these principles is at the heart of what we do.Check out this article to find out more about our Culture and Principles.

Join our dynamic maintenance team as a Painter & Decorator , where you'll play a critical role in maintaining the visual appeal and brand standards across our hotel portfolio. You’ll be responsible not just for carrying out high-quality painting and decorating work, but also for managing inventory, specifying appropriate finishes, and proactively planning redecoration schedules for each property.

This role is ideal for someone with a meticulous eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and a passion for delivering professional decorative finishes in guest-facing environments.

What You’ll Do

Execute daily painting, decorating, and surface repair tasks across properties, ensuring rooms and guest spaces maintain a high standard of visual appeal.

Prepare and finish surfaces with precision, including sanding, filling, caulking, priming, painting, wallpapering, and specialty decorative finishes.

Maintain and repair painted finishes on doors, windows, furniture, fixtures, and hardware across guest rooms and public spaces.

Proactively create and implement paint and touch-up schedules for each property, ensuring consistency of aesthetic across the portfolio.

Manage paint and materials inventory, ensuring all stock is accounted for, appropriately stored, and replenished in a timely manner.

Specify and apply the correct paint type and finish based on location, surface, durability requirements, and design specifications.

Ensure all work complies with relevant Health & Safety regulations and maintain a safe, clean, and organized working environment.

Collaborate with the broader maintenance team to ensure efficient workflows and coordinate shared duties across the department.

Coordinate and support external contractors on larger projects such as full-room redecorations, wallpaper installations, or refurbishments.

Use digital tools and mobile work management systems to receive work orders, log job status, track materials, and document before/after photos.

Provide input on paint and finish selections during refurbishments or upgrades, ensuring aesthetic consistency with Sonder’s brand.

Support other maintenance tasks as needed and lean in to assist broader operational needs based on property or team requirements.

Who We Look For

Proven professional experience in painting and decorating, preferably within hospitality, commercial, or high-end residential settings

Excellent timekeeping, punctuality, and reliability in managing daily tasks and schedules

Advanced knowledge of surface preparation, interior painting techniques, wallpapering, and the use of professional tools and equipment

Strong understanding of different paint types, finishes, and their appropriate application in high-traffic and moisture-sensitive environments

Experience managing paint stock, tracking usage, placing supply orders, and maintaining inventory logs

Familiarity with scheduling maintenance work and building visual upkeep plans

Tech-savvy and confident using digital systems to log work, track progress, and manage tasks (e.g., work order systems, Google Suite)

A keen eye for detail and pride in maintaining high-quality finishes and brand consistency

A flexible and positive attitude with the ability to adapt to shifting priorities, schedules, and occasional weekend work

Strong time management and independent problem-solving abilities

Physically fit and able to stand for long periods, lift/carry materials, and work at height or in varied weather conditions

Bonus Skills

Experience with color theory, decorative finishes, or interior design trends

Previous experience working with external contractors or tradespeople

Experience with hospitality brand standards or hotel aesthetics

We offer attractive employee travel perks for any Sonder location as well as health and lifestyle benefits. For eligible employees, benefits may include:

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental and vision insurance (where applicable)

Flexible vacation

Wellness and volunteering days

Annual free credits and discounts to stay in Sonders

Workplace flexibility (for remote-specified positions only) #ABetterWaytoWork

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other classification protected by applicable state, federal or local law. Extend Hospitality To All is one of Sonder’s Leadership Principles. Living up to that principle means fully embracing diversity: ensuring that all of our employees, guests, partners, and communities feel safe, respected, included, cared for, and empowered.

As part of our commitment to creating a workplace open to all, we have created Sonder Circles, also known as employee resource groups. These groups aim to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace aligned with the communities they serve.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail] .

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Competitive Salaries
We strive to be at or above market rates for base salaries.

Stock Options
Our Success is your success. Exempt employees are part of our generous equity program.

Health & Well-Being
Eligible employees have access to our medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance plan. (If applicable, depending on location)

Travel
Annual credits toward Sonder bookings as well as stay discounts for friends and family.